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    Home » Snacks / Appetizers » Moong Dal Namkeen | Haldirams’s Style Microwave Moong Dal Chaat

    Moong Dal Namkeen | Haldirams’s Style Microwave Moong Dal Chaat

    Posted on May 19, 2020 · Last Updated on May 18, 2020 · By Srividhya G · 35 Comments

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    Enjoy your tea/coffee time with this guilt-free non-fried moong dal namkeen or the moong dal chaat. Check out how to easily make this Haldirams’s style moong dal namkeen in your microwave oven and conventional oven with detailed step-wise pictures.

    overhead shot of moong dal chaat in a kulhad cup and in a bottle

    We all love snacks and something savory, especially during tea time. For all those calorie conscious folks and those looking for healthy savory snacks, here I am with a simple 4-ingredient (excluding water) moong dal chaat or moong dal namkeen recipe.
    Can you believe, I only used 1 tsp of oil while making this recipe. You can even cut it down to ½ tsp. :-) It’s comparatively a low-calorie snack, and it’s vegan too.

    Moong dal is the small petite yellow lentils popularly known as yellow mung beans. (In Tamil, we call it as pasi paruppu or payatham paruppu.) And namkeen means salty and savory snacks in Hindi. So moong dal namkeen means savory snack with yellow mung beans.

    Haldiram’s moong dal namkeen is quite popular throughout India. I still remember their small packet (I think it was Rs.5 or ten during my school time) hanging in all grocery shops. This namkeen of mine is very similar to Halidram’s version.

    This chaat recipe is not an instant one. It needs some soaking time; also, we need to pat the moong dal completely dry. That’s very important to get a crunchy namkeen. I spread it on a towel and gently press it with a paper towel and let it sit for about one hour. Yes, that might sound like a lot of time, but trust me, well-drained and dry moong dal yields a perfect namkeen.

    close up shot of moong dal namkeen in a kulhad cup

    Once we finish these two tasks, you can make this in the microwave in less than 15 minutes and within 20 minutes in a conventional oven.

    All we have to do is spread it evenly on a plate and microwave and then in between add some oil and mix. And then microwave again till the desired crunchiness level. Finally, add the chaat masala and mix. That’s it.

    Moong Dal Namkeen Cooking Timings-

    For Microwave Oven –

    I tested this recipe in my 900W microwave at the full 100% heat setting. For ½ cup of moong dal, I had to microwave for about 12 minutes. For a 900W MV, you can prepare this namkeen in less than 15 minutes, depending upon your crunchiness preference.

    If you are making more than 1 cup, I would recommend using a larger plate so that you can spread the dal evenly. The cooking time will be the same plus or minus two minutes.

    Now, if you have a 1100W microwave, you should be able to prepare this in less than eight or at a maximum of 10 minutes.

    PS – To find the Microwave power, all you need is the serial number of the MV. In most of the models, the serial number would be in the door or the door frame. Just Google the number, and you can find all the specs and details.

    I do need to say that the microwave version needs constant supervision, whereas that’s not the case with a conventional oven.

    homemade moong dal namkeen placed in a small glass jar and kulhad cups

    For Conventional Oven-

    You bake the soaked and drained moong dal for about 18 to 20 minutes at 400 deg F. In between, we add the oil and toss the dal. That’s it. I would say 18 minutes would be perfect timing for the oven version. As you can see, I let it cook for 20 minutes, and the dal slightly turned red. But no burn smell or anything. If you like crunchy and yellow moong dal, just like the store-bought version, remove it around 18 minutes.

    Note – I have the step-wise pictures for both microwave and oven version. But the featured images are taken with the ones made in the microwave. I am yet to try this in air-fryer. I will update this post when I try it in my air-fryer.

    Let me explain how I made this moong dal namkeen in both a microwave oven and a conventional oven.

    Wash and soak the moong dal-

    • Rinse the moong dal a couple of times and soak it in atleast 2 cups of water. Add the ground turmeric as well.

    turmeric water for soaking the moong dal

    • Let it soak for atleast 1.5 hours. I have let it soak for up to 2 hours.

    soaked moong dal

    Drain & pat dry-

    • After 1.5 hours, drain the water from the moong dal thoroughly. Now spread it evenly on a kitchen towel like below. Using a paper towel, press it gently to remove the excess water. Let it sit for 1 to 1.5 hours. This is a crucial step. Make sure you are letting the dal dry thoroughly.

    Microwave (MV)Method-

    • In an MV safe plate, add the dal and spread it evenly as you can for even cooking. 
    • Microwave the dal for 4 minutes at the highest heat setting. Here it is after 4 mts of microwaving.

    moong dal chaat after MV for 4 minutes

    • Take it out and add the oil and mix it well.

    moong dal chaat after adding oil

    • Microwave the dal again for 4 minutes at the highest heat setting.
    • After this, microwave for four more minutes but remove the plate for every two minutes. Shake/mix the dal for even cooking. After 8 minutes, keep an eye on the dal and remove it at the desired crunchiness preference. This picture is taken after 10 minutes of microwaving.

    moong dal namkeen after 10 minutes

    • I let it microwave for 12 minutes.  Now add the chaat masala.

    adding chaat masala

    • And toss the dal well. Allow it cool and store in an air-tight container.

    microwave moong dal chaat in awhite plate right after mixing the chaat masala

    Conventional Oven Method-

    • First, preheat the oven to 400 deg F.
    • Line a baking tray with a parchment paper or aluminum foil.
    • Now evenly spread the drained moong dal in the tray. 

    moong dal chaat oven method

    • Bake the moong dal at 400 deg F for 10 minutes.

    moong dal chaat ready for baking

    • After 10 minutes, take it out, add the oil and mix and shake it well.
    • Now bake again for 8 to 10 minutes. After 7 minutes, I would start checking and remove it at the desired level. The total baking time is 18 to 20 minutes.

    moong dal chaat after 20 minutes

    • Add the chaat masala and toss the dal well. Allow it cool and store in an air-tight container.

    Recipe Notes-

    • For ½ cup of moong dal, you need only ½ to 1 tsp of oil. Use any neutral oil or oil of your choice.
    • Do not microwave in a single stretch. Check for every 4 minutes, and after 10 minutes, I would check for every one minute. Also, use a sturdy microwave-safe plate. If the plate gets hot after 8 minutes, wait for two minutes before microwaving.
    • I used ¼ tsp of chaat masala and did not add any salt or red chili powder. You can add less than ¼ tsp of red chili powder and black salt combination or black salt + roasted cumin powder combination or jal jeera masala. You can add and adjust the spices according to your preference.
    • I tried this recipe in my 900W MV, and this timing worked well. If you are using a 1100W MV, you might need only 8 to 10 minutes. So, according to your power level, the timing varies. So keep an eye after 6 to 7 minutes.
    • A minute or two extra will make the dal slightly red, but it’s still good. But dark red ones are not pleasant.
    • If you increase the quantity, the timing might vary slightly. Use a big plate and spread it evenly, and with 900W MV, you can make it in less than 15 minutes. For the regular oven, it shouldn’t change much.

    haldiraams style moong dal chaat place in kulhad cups

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    close of shot of moong dal chaat in a terracotta cup
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    Moong Dal Namkeen | Haldirams's Style Microwave Moong Dal Chaat

    Enjoy your tea/coffee time with this guilt-free non-fried moong dal namkeen or the moong dal chaat. Easy microwave & oven recipe for the moong dal namkeen!
    Prep Time3 hrs
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time3 hrs 15 mins
    Course: Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 3
    Calories: 134kcal
    Author: Srividhya G

    Equipment

    • Microwave Oven or Conventional Oven

    Ingredients

    Measurement Details: 1 cup=240ml;1tbsp=15ml;1tsp=5ml;

    • ½ cup moong dal yellow mung beans
    • ¼ tsp ground turmeric
    • 1 tsp oil
    • ¼ tsp chaat masala or to taste, see notes for alternatives
    • water to rinse and soak the moong dal

    Instructions

    Wash and soak the moong dal-

    • Rinse the moong dal a couple of times and soak it in atleast 2 cups of water. Add the ground turmeric as well.
    • Let it soak for atleast 1.5 hours. I have let it soak for up to 2 hours.

    Drain & pat dry-

    • After 1.5 hours, drain the water from the moong dal thoroughly. Now spread it evenly on a kitchen towel like below. Using a paper towel, press it gently to remove the excess water. Let it sit for 1 to 1.5 hours. This is a crucial step. Make sure you are letting the dal dry thoroughly.

    Microwave (MV)Method-

    • In an MV safe plate, add the dal and spread it evenly as you can for even cooking.
    • Microwave the dal for 4 minutes at the highest heat setting.
    • Take it out and add the oil and mix it well.
    • Microwave the dal again for 4 minutes at the highest heat setting.
    • After this, microwave for four more minutes but remove the plate for every two minutes. Shake/mix the dal for even cooking. After 8 minutes, keep an eye on the dal and remove it at the desired crunchiness preference. I let it microwave for 12 minutes.
    • Now add the chaat masala and toss the dal well. Allow it cool and store in an air-tight container.

    Conventional Oven Method-

    • First, preheat the oven to 400 deg F.
    • Line a baking tray with a parchment paper or aluminum foil.
    • Now evenly spread the drained moong dal in the tray.
    • Bake the moong dal at 400 deg F for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, take it out, add the oil and mix and shake it well.
    • Now bake again for 8 to 10 minutes. After 7 minutes, I would start checking and remove it at the desired level. The total baking time is 18 to 20 minutes.
    • Add the chaat masala and toss the dal well. Allow it cool and store in an air-tight container.

    Notes

    • For ½ cup of moong dal, you need only ½ to 1 tsp of oil. Use any neutral oil or oil of your choice.
    • Do not microwave in a single stretch. Check for every 4 minutes, and after 10 minutes, I would check for every one minute. Also, use a sturdy microwave-safe plate. If the plate gets hot after 8 minutes, wait for two minutes before microwaving.
    • I used ¼ tsp of chaat masala and did not add any salt or red chili powder. You can add less than ¼ tsp of red chili powder and black salt combination or black salt + roasted cumin powder combination or jal jeera masala. You can add and adjust the spices according to your preference.
    • I tried this recipe in my 900W MV, and this timing worked well. If you are using a 1100W MV, you might need only 8 to 10 minutes. So, according to your power level, the timing varies. So keep an eye after 6 to 7 minutes.
    • A minute or two extra will make the dal slightly red, but it's still good. But dark red ones are not pleasant.
    • If you increase the quantity, the timing might vary slightly. Use a big plate and spread it evenly, and with 900W MV, you can make it in less than 15 minutes. For the regular oven, it shouldn't change much.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 39IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg

    I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

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    Update Notes: This recipe was originally posted in 2015 but now updated with new pics and recipe cards.

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    Comments

    1. Anusha Praveen Rajagopal says

      May 19, 2020 at 5:44 pm

      Very well written recipe. I love the tiny details about the microwave settings. And fantastic pictures too!

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        May 20, 2020 at 9:59 am

        Thanks a lot Anu. :-)

        Reply
    2. themadscientistskitchen says

      May 05, 2015 at 7:20 am

      This is my favourite snack. Will make these immediately.

      Reply
    3. Pavani says

      April 20, 2015 at 5:46 pm

      Didn’t know that the store bought moong dal is so easy to make at home. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 20, 2015 at 7:49 pm

        You are welcome

        Reply
    4. Gayathri Kumar says

      April 17, 2015 at 1:11 am

      Such a healthy option. My daughter loves moong dhal and now I can serve her a guilt free version…

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 17, 2015 at 8:19 am

        yup totally.

        Reply
    5. Sneha datar says

      April 12, 2015 at 12:01 am

      You make it sound so easy to make. Must try it.

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 12, 2015 at 7:05 pm

        he he.. Easy only yaar. Give it a try

        Reply
    6. sandhyaramakrishnan says

      April 10, 2015 at 1:10 pm

      This is such an addictive snack! I can munch on these all day.

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 11, 2015 at 6:44 pm

        Agree Sandhya :-)

        Reply
    7. Sowmya says

      April 10, 2015 at 3:53 am

      crunchy and guilt free snack!!!!

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 11, 2015 at 6:46 pm

        Oh yeah. absolutely

        Reply
    8. Srivalli says

      April 08, 2015 at 4:58 am

      This is such a delicious snack!..

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 08, 2015 at 9:45 pm

        Thanks :-)

        Reply
    9. Varada says

      April 06, 2015 at 7:50 pm

      A super crunchy snack. Like all the flavors in this chat.

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 07, 2015 at 9:14 am

        :-) :-) Thanks Varada

        Reply
    10. Vaishali Sabnani says

      April 06, 2015 at 7:07 pm

      Looks crunchy and healthy.

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 07, 2015 at 9:14 am

        Thanks

        Reply
    11. Malar says

      April 06, 2015 at 3:27 pm

      Super Sri….patti used to fry it and we used to love it…I never make it because of oil ;) this looks fab and perfect for me :)

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 07, 2015 at 9:13 am

        Thanks. Give it a try Malar.

        Reply
    12. Traditionally Modern Food says

      April 06, 2015 at 2:07 pm

      Sri, I have version of this in draft.
      I too like haldirams stuff.
      I added a pinch of baking soda now after seeing your recipe realized its not required thanks for the eye opener dear:-

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 07, 2015 at 9:12 am

        Thanks pa. I didn’t add baking soda. Waiting for ur version

        Reply
    13. priya says

      April 06, 2015 at 12:11 pm

      I can munch them without any fuss, super guilt free snacks.

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 06, 2015 at 12:16 pm

        Yup. Thanks Priya

        Reply
    14. usha says

      April 06, 2015 at 8:20 am

      microwave version seems to be faster than the baked version.

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 06, 2015 at 12:16 pm

        yeah. :-)

        Reply
    15. Suma Gandlur says

      April 06, 2015 at 8:04 am

      Years ago, I made it for Valli’s microwave event as a trial and like it. A quick and guiltfree snack.

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 06, 2015 at 12:16 pm

        wow.. great

        Reply
    16. Arasi Arumugam says

      April 06, 2015 at 7:34 am

      Wow.. super dear.. how easy it is.. Next time when I crave for Haldiram moong dal I dont have to run searching for them in Indian stores.. ;)

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 06, 2015 at 12:16 pm

        ;-) ;-) I know its super easy naa. Give it a try pa

        Reply
    17. greenboochi says

      April 06, 2015 at 4:04 am

      Super! I am going to try this soon – I love Haldiram’s Moong too :D

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 06, 2015 at 12:15 pm

        yay same pinch. Let me know how it turned out.

        Reply
    18. Aruna Panangipally says

      April 06, 2015 at 2:04 am

      Crispy, tangy and salty!

      Reply
      • srividhya says

        April 06, 2015 at 12:15 pm

        :-) :-) Thanks Aruna

        Reply

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